New York Islanders European free agent signing Maxim Shabanov is on Long Island, industry sources have told The Hockey News. 

The Islanders signed Shabanov, 24, to a one-year entry-level deal worth $975,000. He signed with the Islanders, despite other teams offering him deals, because he believed in the opportunity that presented itself on Long Island.

In his final KHL season, the left-handed winger recorded 23 goals with 44 assists for 67 points with Traktor, with his assists and points new career highs. 

He'll be fighting for a spot in the starting lineup, as he very well could be skating with Mathew Barzal this season, given his speed and creative style.